A signed program from the first National Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony was sold for over $315,000, setting a new record for such an item. This program is unique as it is believed to be the only one signed by all eleven living inductees present in 1939, including legends like Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb. The consignor's parents attended the ceremony, collecting autographs. Notably, Ty Cobb signed the program twice, after an interaction that included a kiss from the consignor's mother, enhancing its historical significance. The program comes with a letter of authenticity.
A program from the first National Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony, signed by all eleven living inductees, has sold via Lelands Auctions for just over $315,000.
The Baseball Hall of Fame program is believed to be the only ever signed by all eleven living inductees present at the ceremony in 1939.
The consignor's mother obtained the signatures of all eleven living inductees, with Ty Cobb signing twice after a cheek kiss.
The program includes a letter of authenticity, verifying the veracity of the signatures.
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